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Cotton Tail is a boat ramp access point located in Martell, Lancaster County, Nebraska, providing paddlers and boaters with access to Wittstruck Creek and Salt Creek. This site offers a convenient launch location for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats exploring the creek system in the region.
The access point is well-positioned for those interested in paddling the Salt Creek drainage system. Paddlers should be aware that conditions on these waterways can vary seasonally, and water levels may affect navigability. The area offers proximity to other local recreational opportunities, including Olive Creek Lake (approximately 1.5 miles away) and Yankee Hill Lake (about 3.5 miles away), both state recreation areas worth considering for alternate paddling or picnic destinations.
For the most current information about parking availability, ramp condition, and any seasonal restrictions at Cotton Tail, contact local Lancaster County Parks and Recreation or check with area outfitters familiar with Wittstruck Creek and Salt Creek paddling conditions.